Sicike-cike Park

Sicike-cike Park (Taman Wisata Alam Sicike-cike) is a forest recreation area in the Pancar Nuli
Village, Sidikalang Sub-district, Dairi. Three small lakes (about 1-2 ha each) are within the park
that has the size of 575 hectares (1,420 ac). The most famous spot is Lake Sicike-cike. To see it on
the map, click here.
The Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BKSDA) of North Sumatra (North Sumatra) again
released protected wild animals into their natural habitat at the Sicike-Cike Natural Tourism Park
(TWA), Dairi Regency, back in August.
The ones released this time consisted of 2 individuals of slow loris (Nycticebus coucang) with male
and female sexes. As well as one Golden Cat (Profiles aurata) and 1 Kuwuk Cat (Prionailurus
bengalensis) which are both males.
Head of Subdivision for Data, Evlap, and Public Relations of the North Sumatra BKSDA Andoko
Hidayat said the release of this protected animal was part of a series of Road to National Nature
Conservation Day (HKAN) 2022 activities.
What’s Special
Sicike-cike Park is a protected forest area in the Pancar Nuli Village, Sidikalang Sub-district, Dairi
Regency, North Sumatra, Indonesia. It is a popular tourist destination, known for its three lakes, a
waterfall, and a variety of flora and fauna.
The three lakes in Sicike-cike Park are:
1. Lake Sicike-cike: The largest lake in the park, with an area of about 1 hectare.
2. Lake Simanukmanuk: The smallest lake in the park, with an area of about 0.5 hectares.
3. Lake Sipinjol: The middle-sized lake in the park, with an area of about 0.75 hectares.
The lakes are said to be sacred by the Pakpak-Dairi tribal community. The water levels of the lakes
remain constant during rainy and dry seasons, even though there are no visible sources of water
supply.
There is also a waterfall in Sicike-cike Park called the Sikecike Waterfall. It is a small waterfall
with a height of about 10 meters.
Sicike-cike Park is also home to a variety of flora and fauna, including trees of hundreds of years
old, about 30 species of birds, and various insects.
What to Enjoy
Some of the activities that can be enjoyed in Sicike-cike Park include:
 Hiking: There are several hiking trails in the park, which offer stunning views of the lakes
and the surrounding forest.
 Swimming: The lakes are a popular spot for swimming, especially during the hot season.
 Camping: There are several campsites in the park, which are a great way to experience the
natural beauty of the area.
 Bird watching: The park is home to a variety of birds, so it’s a great place to go bird
watching.
 Photography: The park is a beautiful place to take photos, especially of the lakes and the
waterfall.
Sicike-cike Park is a great place to enjoy the natural beauty of North Sumatra. It is a popular tourist
destination, but it is still relatively undeveloped, which means that it is a peaceful and relaxing
place to visit.
What to Expect
The tour requires around 1 hour of walking if you want to enjoy and understand the park, including
the birds and the lakes. You should take a guide for the tour otherwise you may get in trouble in
the forest. It is suitable for nature crossing, camping, and photo hunting.